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If you are flying in from Australia, the closest major airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport. In January, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 23°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Wed) early enough to travel to Madrid.

You can fly from Sydney to Madrid in 25 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and flight; or do a combination of train and flight. You'll gain 9 hours traveling from Sydney to Madrid due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Sydney in February, expect Madrid to be much colder, temps between 13°C and 3°C. On the 27th (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.